Make America Great Again facts for kids
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"Make America Great Again" (often shortened to MAGA) is a well-known campaign slogan used by politicians in the United States. It was first made popular by Ronald Reagan during his run for president in 1980.
The phrase was created in 1979. At that time, the United States was facing a tough economy. There were problems like high unemployment and rising prices for goods. When people use this slogan, they often think back to the time when Ronald Reagan was president.
After Reagan left office, many other politicians have used the slogan. More recently, Donald Trump made the slogan very famous again. He even trademarked it. Trump used "Make America Great Again" during his own presidential campaign in 2016.
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What is "Make America Great Again"?
"Make America Great Again" is a political slogan. It suggests that the country was once in a better state. The slogan aims to inspire people to work towards bringing back that past greatness. It often connects to feelings of national pride and hope for the future.
How Did the Slogan Start?
The slogan first appeared during Ronald Reagan's 1980 presidential campaign. At that time, the U.S. economy was struggling. Many people were out of work. Prices for everyday items were also going up quickly.
Reagan used the slogan to promise a better future. He wanted to fix the economy and make the country strong again. His presidency is often seen as a time of economic recovery. Because of this, the slogan reminds many people of his time in office.
Who Else Used the Slogan?
After Reagan, other politicians sometimes used the phrase. However, it became very well-known again because of Donald Trump. He used it as his main slogan during his 2016 presidential campaign.
Trump's use of "Make America Great Again" was very successful. He even put the slogan on hats and other items. This helped the phrase become a big part of his political identity.
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Ronald Reagan and Donald Trump at the White House in 1987
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Donald Trump wearing a "Make America Great Again" cap during his 2016 presidential campaign
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Trump popularized the slogan "Make America Great Again" by stitching it onto his widely distributed cap
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Banner displaying "Vote To Make America Great Again" on a roadside in California shortly after the November 2016 election
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Trump wearing a "Keep America Great" hat in December 2019
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February 2019 Fridays for Future protest in Berlin with the line "Make Earth Greta Again"
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Rap-rock supergroup Prophets of Rage displaying a "Make America Rage Again" stage backdrop reminiscent of the "Make America Great Again" catchphrase as it appears on a MAGA hat
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Two women wear "Make Donald Drumpf Again" hats during the 2017 Women's March
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See also
In Spanish: Make America Great Again para niños
